Military Long Service Medal, Silver Medal

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SKU: 02.BRA.0127.102.01.000

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Attributes

Country

Brazil
Composition

Silver
Inscription

Rev: DECRETO DE 15 DE NOVEMBRO DE 1901
Size

33mm
Version Remarks

This medal is accompanied by a clasp of two stars.
Image Licensing

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Physical Description and Item Details

Instituted in 1901. In silver, measuring 33.5 mm (w) x 36.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, silver clasp bearing two stars on its original ribbon, very light contact, near extremely fine.

History

The Military Long Service Medal was established in 1901 to recognize Brazilian Air Force, Army and Navy personnel who have served with merit and loyalty top Brazil.

The Medal was authorized with three grades according with the number of years of service. The Gold Medal was awarded for thirty or more years of service, the Silver Medal for twenty years, and the Bronze Medal for ten years.

The ribbon has three equal stripes, green, yellow and green, and is edged with yellow. The ribbon associated with this medal may have a clasp of stars, each star represents 10 years of service.

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